Consultant

IO; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for Trainee Recruitment Consultants with a focus on engineering. The role includes building relationships with businesses, sourcing candidates, and supporting the hiring process. No prior experience is necessary; drive and resilience are key. The position offers a structured training program, uncapped commission, and hybrid working after training. Join a reputable firm that rewards hard work with excellent career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Award-winning training

Industry-leading tools

Uncapped commission structure

Culture & incentives

Hybrid working after training

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and confidence in building relationships.
• Motivation to succeed in a sales-driven environment.
• Resilience and a positive, competitive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Building lasting relationships with engineering businesses through consultative sales.
• Matching candidates to client requirements, managing interviews, and guiding both sides.
• Sourcing high-quality candidates using job boards and proactive outreach.

Skills

Resilience

Strong communication skills

Motivation to succeed

Positive competitive attitude

Interest in engineering or technology

Job description

Trainee Recruitment Consultant - Engineering Focus

Location: Bristol (BS1) - Hybrid Working Available

Salary: 25,000 + Uncapped Commission

Job Type: Full-time Permanent

Kickstart your recruitment career in the fast-paced world of engineering and technology.

We're growing our specialist engineering recruitment team and looking for ambitious individuals to join us as Trainee Recruitment Consultants. No experience in recruitment? No problem. If you've got the drive, resilience, and a hunger to succeed, we'll give you the tools and training to become an expert in placing highly skilled professionals into cutting-edge engineering projects across industries such as automotive, aerospace, energy, and advanced manufacturing.

You’ll be joining a team with warm client relationships ready to build on, access to top-tier recruitment platforms, and a supportive, high-performance culture that rewards your hard work.

What you'll be doing:

• Building lasting relationships with engineering businesses through consultative sales and business development.

• Sourcing high-quality candidates using job boards, LinkedIn, and proactive outreach.

• Matching candidates to client requirements, managing interviews, and guiding both sides through the hiring process.

• Developing specialist knowledge in engineering and technical recruitment.

• Delivering exceptional service to both clients and candidates.

What we're looking for:

• Resilience and a positive, competitive attitude.

• Motivation to succeed in a sales-driven environment.

• Strong communication skills and confidence in building relationships.

• Interest in engineering, technology, or innovation (beneficial but not essential).

• Ambition and drive to progress your career quickly.

What we offer:

• Award-winning training - A structured 6-month induction programme with ongoing coaching from experienced recruiters.

• Industry-leading tools - Full access to recruitment platforms, databases, and market insights.

• Earning potential - Uncapped commission structure with clear progression routes.

• Culture & incentives - Weekly early finishes, fine dining club lunches, and luxury trips to locations like Monaco, the French Alps, and beyond.

• Hybrid working - After initial training, flexibility to split your time between home and our modern Bristol office.

This is your chance to join a business with a strong reputation in specialist markets, a proven track record, and a clear path for career progression.

If you're ready to build a rewarding career in engineering recruitment, apply now and let's make it happen.